Stockland Glendale
 Southern end of Glendale City Centre | |
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| Location | Glendale, New South Wales, Australia |
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| Coordinates | 32°55′55″S 151°38′22″E / 32.93205°S 151.63955°E |
| Address | 387 Lake Rd, Glendale NSW 2285 |
| Opening date | March 1996 |
| Developer | IP Generation |
| Management | IP Generation |
| Owner | IP Generation |
| No. of stores and services | 95 |
| No. of anchor tenants | 5 |
| Total retail floor area | 54,786 m2 (589,712 sq ft) |
| No. of floors | 1 |
| Parking | 2,312 spaces |
| Website | glendalecitycentre |
Glendale City Centre (previously known as Stockland Super Centre Glendale & Stockland Glendale) is a regional shopping centre located in the suburb of Glendale in the City of Lake Macquarie, Australia.[1] The centre has undergone significant development and rebranding over the years, evolving from its origins as Stockland Glendale into a modern and diverse retail destination.
Glendale City Centre is located on Lake Road on a 19.6-hectare (48.4-acre) parcel of land, and primarily serves the Lake Macquarie region to the southwest of Newcastle.
Transport
[edit]Glendale City Centre has bus connections to Belmont, Cardiff, Charlestown, Kotara, Newcastle, Seahampton, Swansea, Toronto, Warners Bay, Wallsend and West Wallsend, as well as local surrounding suburbs. It is served by Newcastle Transport and Hunter Valley Buses. The majority of its bus services are located at the bus stop outside Event Cinemas.
Glendale City Centre has a large open car park with 2,312 spaces.
There are plans for a new Lake Macquarie Transport Interchange which was to include a new railway station, bus interchange and road bridge over the railway line. It was first proposed in the mid-1990s and was to be built in 1998 with a completion date in 2003 with a total cost of around $33 million. Construction of stage one commenced in July 2015 and was completed in June 2017 which was an extension of Glendale Drive which is two roads built on either side of the Main Northern railway line.[2][3] Stage two is set to include a new railway station and bus interchange, however this stage of the project is yet to be funded the state government announced that it will not fund the new bridge across the railway line. The project was managed by Lake Macquarie City Council.[4]
History
[edit]Stockland released a concept plan for the Glendale Super Centre in 1994. It was being developed as a US-style power centre consisting of category killer traders, where tenants traded in an open air environment and there was no internal malls. The tenants listed in the proposal included Target, Woolworths, Franklins Big Fresh, Homeart, World 4 Kids, and 50 specialty stores, including free-standing fast food outlets.[5][6] Stockland Super Centre Glendale opened in March 1996 and was renamed in the early 2000s to Stockland Glendale. On 19 December 1996 the eight screen Village Cinemas (later rebranded to Greater Union in early 2000s) opened along with the Intencity arcade.[7]
In 2001, the Franklins Big Fresh store closed and was replaced by Coles and First Choice Liquor super store.
In December 2005, Stockland completed an 8,749 m2 expansion to the centre, adding a Kmart and 17 specialty stores.[8] The Kmart store was previously located in Charlestown Square which closed in August 2004 and relocated to Glendale.
In 2010 Greater Union was rebranded to Event Cinemas.
In July 2023, Funds house IP Generation settled on its $315m purchase of Stockland Glendale with the deal also showing the slim discounts at which institutions are now selling.[citation needed] IP Generation has since rebranded the centre as Glendale City Centre, marking a shift towards a more community-oriented and modernised shopping experience. This transformation was accompanied by significant refurbishments and expansions, aimed at adapting to the evolving retail landscape and meeting changing consumer preferences.
Key Features
[edit]Glendale City Centre is home to several major anchor tenants, including Coles, Kmart, and Woolworths. These retailers ensure a steady flow of foot traffic and provide essential goods to the community. The centre also features a diverse range of specialty retailers, offering everything from fashion and beauty to electronics and home goods. Anchor stores include Big W, Priceline Pharmacy, EB Games, and The Reject Shop.
Glendale City Centre has an extensive food court and a variety of cafes and restaurants. The dining options cater to a wide range of tastes, with offerings from quick-service outlets to sit-down restaurants. A major highlight of the centre is the Event Cinemas Glendale, which includes a VMAX screen and showcases the latest movie releases, making it a popular destination for entertainment.
Beyond retail, food and entertainment, Glendale City Centre serves as a community hub, frequently hosting local events, charity drives, and seasonal activities. Its open spaces and family-friendly environment make it a popular gathering place for locals.
Tenants
[edit]Glendale City Centre has 54,786 m2 of floor space. The major retailers include Kmart, Target, Coles, Woolworths, Cotton On, TK Maxx, JB Hi-Fi, Rebel and Event Cinemas.
References
[edit]- ^ "Stockland Glendale Portfolio".
- ^ "Work starts on Lake Macquarie Transport Interchange". Lakes Mail. 7 July 2015. Retrieved 28 March 2021.
- ^ "First section of transport interchange to open on Friday". Lakes Mail. 19 June 2017. Retrieved 28 March 2021.
- ^ Kirkwood, Ian (21 June 2018). "20 years planning, but the Glendale railway bridge is not going ahead". Lakes Mail. Retrieved 28 March 2021.
- ^ "Bulky goods retailing turns to power". Australian Property News. 23 May 1996.
- ^ "Stockland Trust Group - Announcement". Stockland. 31 July 1995.
- ^ "Event Cinemas Glendale in Glendale, AU - Cinema Treasures". cinematreasures.org. Retrieved 28 March 2021.
- ^ Stockland (30 June 2007). Stockland Property Portfolio. p. 43. Retrieved 10 December 2007.